Does it work? vs. Is it working?

[mhndlsz]

I want meaning and the difference between, so many topic says its out of question! why?
"Does it work?"
"Is it working?"

 

[Beryl from Northallerton]

Hello mhndlsz, and Welcome to the Forum!

What circumstances did you have in mind? We need some context to anchor the discussion.

 

[mhndlsz]

thank you for reply.
the question is general, can you say different circumstances yourself, then i can realize difference, you can think "it" refers to "my phone"

 

[Language Hound]

Does it work? = Does it operate as it's supposed to?
Is it working? = Is it operating as it's supposed to now?

Examples: Before buying an old microwave at a garage sale, Jim asked, "Does it work?"
The office printer was out of toner this morning. This afternoon Tom wants to print something.
He thinks that the toner was replaced, but he is not sure. He asks a colleague:
"Is the printer working?"

P.S. Welcome to the Forum, Mhndlsz!

 

[mhndlsz]

your answer is simply great!
this forum is great!
thank you :x